CELT is joining with nine otherPortland-area land trusts and trail organizations to present the World Trails Film Festival at USM’s Hannaford Hall on Saturday, March 28th at 6:30pm. Tickets range from $5-15, and free for anyone who identifies as needing a free community ticket.
Previous locations of the festival have included Lebanon, Greece, Hungary, Taiwan, the United Kingdom, and Spain. This screening aims to bring together Portland-area trail lovers to celebrate local trails, learn about regional trail efforts, and enjoy films that highlight the power of trails.
Saturday night’s program will start with a panel discussion that focuses on Portland-area trail efforts before screening multiple award-winning films coming from the United States and around the world. Together, they reveal the beauty of landscapes and cultures experienced while walking, keeping motivated in the face of challenging expeditions, serendipitous trail magic, and why trails matter to communities around the world.
“This is the second year that CELT has joined with our colleagues in the Portland land trust community, and we are very excited. Last year’s film was a sell-out and we’re sure that the community will come together to support us once again,” said CELT Executive Director David Briman. “March in Maine is a great time to get together to celebrate the conserved lands and trails we are so lucky to have.”
Many thanks to Laura Marston and GoGo Refill for sponsoring the event, along with others. Thanks also to Grandy Oats for supplying free granola for all attendees who stop by the CELT table that night.
“The World Trails Film Festival is made by and for trail-loving communities worldwide and we’re very excited partnering with the Portland-area land trusts to bring our films to Portland,” said Jay Simpson, Festival Director of Trails Film. “Presented on the big screen, our films reflect the many ways trails play a vital role in our lives and communities. Trails bind communities together, let us see the beauty of the world, lead us on adventures, and so much more.”
Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students, $5 for kids, and free for anyone who identifies as needing a free community ticket.
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About World Trails Film Festival
The World Trails Film Festival fosters collaboration and networking among trails organizations and enthusiasts, connecting people with landscapes and cultures around the world. To learn more, visit https://trails.film.
Partner Land Trusts
Cape Elizabeth Land Trust
Chebeague & Cumberland Land Trust
Falmouth Land Trust
Freeport Conservation Trust
Portland Trails
Presumpscot Regional Land Trust
Royal River Conservation Trust
Scarborough Land Trust
South Portland Land Trust
Maine Land Trust Network
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